Restoration of Craftsman 4" joiner

Jesse brought in a Craftsman 4" jointer on 03/16/2016. This tool has been in a barn for a couple decades and will need significant work to be truly operational. However the basic functionality is there - the motor runs and the blades cut.

Photos

Before restoration

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  On arrival

Usability

The jointer needs a fair bit of work before it can be effectively used:

• Remove rust from bed, with oil + steel wool, then sandpaper from course up to 1000 grit
• Research the fence, figure out how it's supposed to provide rigidity, and fix it
• Replace the belt

Planned improvements

• Build a replacement stand
• Install a hinged motor mount for belt tensioning
• Add a belt guard
• Add a starter switch

Restoration resources

Nothing yet...